Silver Sands is a nice resort located on the beach. The pool is nice and the beach, well, it's Longboat Key! The people aspect of the trip could have been better. After a sleepless first night due to getting in late and having a room close to the main road, I asked to be moved for my remaining two nights.... More

My husband and I had planned on visiting this resort for a romantic getaway from the kids. Unfortunatley my father, who would be responsible for watching our 3 children, needed emergency surgery. I called three days before the trip to cancel (or reschedule), but was told we would still forfeit our $190 deposit because we hadn't given 2 weeks notice.... More

The location couldn't be better for a family with children. The pool and beach are "right there". it was clean and our room was adequate but nothing special. The bathrooms could use some updating and the kitchenware was minimal for families who cook while on vacation. Our king size mattress was THE WORST mattress ever and my back is still... More

The Silver Sands is a pleasant and reasonably priced, but "bare bones" motel with few amenities. There is no restaurant on the premises, no gym, no shops, no safe in the room. There is a miniature golf course and a pool and a lovely beachfront where I enjoyed watching the spectacular sunsets! My room was adequate, but small and not... More

This is a relatively small yet very comfortable and welcoming place. It is right on Gulf, with pool, comfortable rooms, and friendly staff. As a nearby resident and long time visitor to Longboat, we went with my brother who had found this little gem. On the north end of the island, this clean and well maintained property was a great... More

At first glance this was a decent place and the location was good; however our stay began to go off course shortly after arrival. When booking we were told of a $25 insurance fee and we were told we could refuse the fee, period no questions asked. We paid a higher price when booking and were told our room would... More

Stayed at the Silver Sands over Easter weekend. The condos look like they have been recently updated and are super-clean and overall very nice. Highlights of this place are the location on the beach and proximity to Anna Maria Island and St. Armand's Circle. We paid a premium for a small room given the holiday weekend but it was clean,... More

I was here in Longboat Key for a wedding, the bride/groom had rooms blocked for guests. My husband and I got to the hotel around noon, hoping to check in early as the wedding was at 4pm and check-in is at 4pm. They told us the room wasn't ready and to check back at 2pm. A little after 2pm we... More

My family stayed there for a week and a half. The staff was very friendly and efficient. My toddlers loved the mini golf, beach and pool. I loved the spotty cell service, which meant I was only available when I wanted to be. The suites are all privately owned and are operated by RVA. So, while the suites are similar,... More